Although being pregnant doesn't mean you have to stop doing what you love, you should always take certain precautions with certain activities because as they say... "every pregnancy is different". This statement becomes even more relevant when it comes to practising sports; an exercise that benefits one woman might harm another or her baby.
Another undeniable fact is the increased body temperature that pregnant women often experience, so if you're a regular sportswoman and your gestation period coincides with summer, you'll likely want to do activities that help you cool down, such as canoeing, swimming, hiking...
But you should know that not all sports are suitable for pregnant women. This is common sense. If among your upcoming plans you were considering a trip with friends to the famous Sella River for a descent, you should consult both your doctor and the activity provider.
The Sella River canoe descent is always a brilliant plan, and the thousands of people who do it are proof of that. Although it's not generally considered a risky activity, it's not advisable for pregnant women to paddle a canoe through certain sections containing rapids - fun but potentially dangerous for them.
The Sella River canoe descent almost always involves falling into the water at some point, and consequently some scrapes or bruises. While for anyone in normal condition this might just be an amusing anecdote, for a pregnant woman it could involve easily avoidable risks. The Sella River isn't going anywhere - if not next year, then perhaps when your little one grows up you can descend it together.
This doesn't mean you have to give up on the "Rivadesella plan" altogether. You could choose any other activity, even one involving a canoe, that's more relaxed - like a sea route where you can still appreciate the beauty of the Costa Verde. Here you can find all the canoe outings available in Asturias that are suitable if you're pregnant but don't want to miss out on creating memorable experiences.
